Theater Production Lead — Remote & Flexible Hours

National Arts Council of South Africa; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Development allowance

Flexible hours & remote work

Cultural events access

Job summary

The National Arts Council of South Africa in Paarl, South Africa, is seeking a Theater Production Manager to lead planning, coordination, and execution of productions under cultural outreach initiatives. The role demands a creative leader with budgeting and stakeholder coordination expertise, contributing to community engagement and cultural development.

The position offers full-time employment, hybrid work options, and opportunities to collaborate with local theatres, schools, and cultural

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years in theater production or event management.
• Experience with government or nonprofit arts organizations preferred.
• Strong budgeting and stakeholder coordination skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end production of theater performances, including script selection, casting, and technical coordination.
• Manage budgets, timelines, and resources for multiple productions annually.
• Collaborate with directors, actors, and technical teams to ensure artistic excellence.
• Develop partnerships with local theaters, schools, and cultural organizations.
• Coordinate marketing and audience engagement strategies for performances.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and accessibility standards for all events.

Skills

Theater production

Budgeting

Leadership

Stakeholder relations

Communication

Event logistics

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Theater Arts

Tools

Budgeting software

Project management tools

Job description

The National Arts Council of South Africa in Paarl, South Africa, is seeking a Theater Production Manager to lead planning, coordination, and execution of productions under cultural outreach initiatives. The role demands a creative leader with budgeting and stakeholder coordination expertise, contributing to community engagement and cultural development.

The position offers full-time employment, hybrid work options, and opportunities to collaborate with local theatres, schools, and cultural